FS: Clarus MS35 Rangefinder

There's a cult-like following with these cameras. For a while I was in it, buying and fixing these notoriusly unreliable cameras. The lens, a Wolly 50/2.8 Velostigmat, is spectacular. The engineering on the shutter, though, is not.

As evidence that this camera was once fully operational, I offer the following images:

For reference on how long ago those were taken, here's a current picture of the kids (NOT taken with the Clarus):img235 by Scott --, on Flickr

Currently the rear curtain lags. Not sure why. You can open this thing up and pre-load the shutter more than it currently is to fix what ails it. Not a fun job, but not impossible. But even tweaked, the shutter is wonky at best, which is what killed the camera in the marketplace. But it's a lovable, clunky thing, and worth experimentation on. Or as a shelf queen - arguably a collectible. This is a nice copy, though it's been long enough that I don't remember the specifics of the model lineage (that should all still be available online). It does have a number (phone?) engraved in the bottom plate.

Listing this for $47, which includes medium flat rate shipping to US. PayPal only.

Thanks,
Scott

Last edited by bliorg; 07-25-2014 at 03:30 PM. Click to view previous post history.

I have one of these. Paid a dollar for it at a flea market. The body is in very rough condition, but it seems to fire at every shutter speed and takes nice pictures. Well worth getting one if it works. J.